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Outbound fromLondon Bridge to Croydon by train
It takes an average of 27m to travel from London Bridge to Croydon by train, over a distance of around 9 miles (14 km). There are normally 353 trains per day travelling from London Bridge to Croydon and tickets for this journey start from £8.50 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:18 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 02:18 | |
| Departure station | London Bridge | |
| Arrival station | Croydon | |
| Journey time | From 12m | |
| Distance | 9 miles (14 km) | |
| Frequency | 353 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £8.50 | |
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Travelling from London Bridge to Croydon by train
Looking to travel from London Bridge to Croydon by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 27 minutes to travel from London Bridge to Croydon by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 12 minutes though. You'll usually find 353 trains per day running along the 9 miles (14 km) route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to Croydon. You can choose to travel with Thameslink or Southern to get to Croydon – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from London Bridge to Croydon in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £8.50.
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Cheap train tickets from London Bridge to Croydon
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London Bridge to Croydon is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.